ISSA's Nutrition Course Comparison

Which Nutrition Course is Right for Me?

Nutrition Certification
Fitness Nutrition Certification
Author: John Berardi
NEW (published 2009)
Sports Nutrition Certification
Sports Nutrition Certification
Author: Dan Gastelu
Focus: Presents both the art and science of nutritional practice for fitness pros. Focuses on whole foods, sound nutrition habits, and effective coaching strategies. Will teach you how to work with everyone--from clients with heart disease and diabetes to recreational exercisers wanting to look and feel better to competitive athletes. Provides a guide to increase athletic potential through proper nutritional strategies. Presents the "dynamic nutrition" theory which is based on structuring a nutrition plan that best meets the needs of the sports athlete.
Scope: The first section of the course materials--Nutritional Science--covers the scientific basis for understanding nutritional physiology including digestion, absorption, energy transfer, and more. The second section--Nutritional Practice--provides a real-world model for applying the information in Section I, including methods for fat loss and muscle gain, 8 practical steps for working with clients, and 20 pages of questionnaires and assessment tools. Covers the A to Z's of nutrition as it applies to increasing athletic performance and maintaining fitness and good health. Specific information on fat loss, muscle gain, carbohydrate loading, and putting it all together to maximize performance
Topics: The complete guide to nutrition covers everything a fitness professional needs to successfully work with clients including: a review of nutritional physiology, steps for customizing nutrition plans based on client goals, nutrition for special needs (including injury and rehab situations, pregnancy, disordered eating, diabetes, heart disease, obesity), and more. Covers topics that discuss the functioning of both average individuals and athlete's bodies and how metabolism relates to what nutrients and supplements are required
Find out More! Fitness Nutrition Certification Sports Nutrition Certification
Savings offer ends in 3 Days, 6 Hours and 55 Minutes!
Offer ends 11/23/09. Cannot be retroactively applied or combined with other offers.


List Price: $595.00
Discount Price:$495.00

Study Options:
Online & Home Study
(Both options included for the same price.)

Course:
Sports Nutrition Certification


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